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Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: billostech on December 07, 2011, 11:30:14 AM

I would first like to say that I am thankful for God's many Blessings and Grace.  
I had a colonoscopy a couple of weeks ago and the doctors discovered 5 pre-cancerous polyps. 4 of the 5 removed immediately. The last polyp, because of its carpeted shape and size, requires a surgical procedure called Laparoscopic Colorectal surgery with a Right Hemicolectomy to be done. This is medical speak meaning about a foot of the right side of my large intestine will be removed. The surgery is scheduled on the 15th of this month.
I am posting this not for sympathy, but to rejoice in God's Blessing in allowing us to catch this in time before cancer had taken hold. Please keep us in your prayers and thank you for allowing me to share this Blessing of discovery.

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: 12stringwilson on December 07, 2011, 12:59:33 PM

Bill -  
 
I will certainly lift up prayer requests for you and your family this holiday season.   Both my father and father-in-law had similar events occur this year and both are doing great post surgery/recovery. Regular check-ups with your physician are so important. I took them for granted until this year.... Never again.

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: tubeperson on December 07, 2011, 01:08:04 PM

I will put prayer requests in for you at my Temple, in my daily meditations and have empathy for you at this time.  Remember to be good to yourself, the mind can really help the body heal.

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: lbpesq on December 07, 2011, 06:00:41 PM

Bill:
 
My friend who plays bass in my band and with whom I've been playing for 25+ years had a similar situation last year except his had become cancerous.  He came through fine, didn't even need chemo or radiation.  His comment after the surgery was that it was a helluva way to lose some weight!  Good luck and best vibes going in your direction.
 
Bill, tgo

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: hydrargyrum on December 07, 2011, 06:14:26 PM

I wish you a speedy recovery, and best wishes for health and happiness.
 
Kevin

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: sonicus on December 07, 2011, 06:39:50 PM

I wish for your speedy recovery and hope you have a joyous holiday season filled with all of your favorite things.

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: pauldo on December 07, 2011, 07:51:23 PM

Positive thoughts headed your way.
+1 on Steve's comment.

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: crobbins on December 08, 2011, 06:47:46 AM

You got it. (((Healing))) vibes headed your way.
I go in for my second colonoscopy in the past 3 years on the 15th of Dec.

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: dadabass2001 on December 08, 2011, 06:55:18 AM

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Bill.
 
Mike

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: pace on December 08, 2011, 08:23:07 AM

Wishing you all the best, Bill!

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: billostech on December 08, 2011, 10:00:31 AM

Thank you, everyone for your responses. It's kind of funny, how much I took for granted without knowing it. Your kind words of encouragement are heartfelt and will not be forgotten. I appreciate the sharing of past experiences of others too. That does help. I feel I have to give the appearance of strength before my family members and it's cool to show my nervousness of the situation. I will keep positive vibes going out to the universe and welcome all that is returned.

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: David Houck on December 08, 2011, 04:44:38 PM

Bill; I've been thinking of you and your situation this evening; and holding you in my heart.

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: jon_jackson on December 08, 2011, 05:03:54 PM

Bill, you'll do fine.  these laparoscopic procedures are pretty straightforward. You'll be up and around in no time. Best wishes.
Jon

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: edwin on December 08, 2011, 07:16:52 PM

Glad to hear everything is under control and you dodged a bullet! I'm due for another one of these one of these years. Trying to keep up with the fiber intake....
 
Here's to years more of happy Alembic'ing!
 
(Message edited by edwin on December 08, 2011)

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: artswork99 on December 08, 2011, 07:23:56 PM

Bill, Since we first talked, I'm with you my friend!  You're in my prayers.  Sincerely, Art

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: slawie on December 08, 2011, 10:10:28 PM

The prayers of myself and all my family are with you.
I hope that everything comes out OK in the end.
 
slawie

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: oddmetersam on December 09, 2011, 03:17:12 AM

Bill, all my best to you. For what it's worth, I always find that going to the NASA website and contemplating Hubble Space Telescope images to bring a tremendous sense of comfort, joy and awe at the same time. May the Universe continue to smile upon you and your family.

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: jacko on December 09, 2011, 04:23:08 AM

Thinking of you Bill. Hope all goes well.
 
Graeme

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: mario_farufyno on December 09, 2011, 06:24:28 AM

Hope the best for you, Bill.

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: rustyg61 on December 25, 2011, 07:32:29 AM

Praying for a speedy recovery Bill! How did the surgery go?

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: mikedm on December 25, 2011, 09:40:14 AM

Hi Bill,
May God continue to bless you.
Merry Christmas, too.
Mike

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: billostech on December 25, 2011, 10:03:09 AM

Happy Holidays all. I am at home  recovering now. We are thankful for your prayes and well wishes.  I am getting  use to taking it slow. I really dont have  much of a choice. Its good to be home for the holidays cancer free. Thabks  again  for your thoughts and well wishes. They mean a lot.

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: rustyg61 on December 25, 2011, 10:35:23 AM

Great news! Merry Christmas!

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: edwin on December 25, 2011, 10:42:23 AM

Merry Christmas, Bill! That sounds like a wonderful gift! This seems like a good opportunity to get in some quality practice time.

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: kilowatt on December 25, 2011, 10:51:25 AM

Bill,
Glad to see you are home and recovering. Hope all else is well with everyone.
 
Regards,
Pete

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: David Houck on December 25, 2011, 05:14:33 PM

Taking it slow is good.  Glad to hear the good news.

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: pace on December 25, 2011, 08:15:12 PM

Here's to a speedy recovery, Bill!  
 
Kick back, relax and thump away on those beautiful 5'ers of yours!!!!! You deserve it!

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: 811952 on December 26, 2011, 09:49:15 AM

Happy to hear the good news!

Title: A Joyous Prayer request
Post by: slawie on December 28, 2011, 11:55:41 AM

I am happy that it was a successful procedure and you are home recovering.  
My prayers shall continue for you and those around you.  
 
slawie